BCSO: Person shot in head stable; 1 in custody

PANAMA CITY BEACH — One person is in the hospital after being shot in the head Saturday night with a small caliber pistol, officials reported.

Details were scarce as the Bay County Sheriff’s Office investigated the scene. The victim, who had yet to be identified, was taken alive to the hospital. Initial reports indicated the bullet was lodged in his head.

The shooting happened about 6:30 p.m. at 7834 Temple Ave. in the West Bay area of Panama City Beach, officers reported. Investigators believe a verbal altercation led to the shooting, and a suspect is in custody.

The extent of the victim's injuries were not yet clear, but BCSO reported he was able to drive away from the scene and call 911 dispatchers on his own afterward. About 8 p.m., BCSO reported he was in stable condition.

This story will be updated as additional information becomes available.